Punjab caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said in a tweet on Monday that two churches have been fully restored within 72 hours of the tragic Jaranwala incident.
He stated these remarks during a meeting of the cabinet held in AEC Church, Esa Nagri, Jaranwala. The meeting was held in the Jaranwala church to express solidarity with the Christian brothers.
On the occasion, the chief minister said that the Punjab government was committed to restoring all the damaged churches. He also announced Rs2 million each for the families whose houses were burnt in the tragic incident.
“Inshallah, this assistance will reach them within the next 48 hours,” he vowed.
Moreover, Caretaker Chief Minister of Punjab, Mohsin Naqvi has emphasized the need for a comprehensive strategy to ensure the provision of high-quality medicines across hospitals. Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi has issued clear directives to expedite the availability of quality medications within medical facilities, further instructing the establishment of a transparent framework for medicine procurement.
In a proactive endeavor to enhance efficiency, a meticulous and technologically advanced system will be devised for the storage and seamless distribution of medicines to hospitals. Additionally, the proposal to institute a specialized authority dedicated to medicine procurement is actively being considered.
Addressing the significance of effective management skills in medicine procurement and storage, Mohsin Naqvi underlined their pivotal role in ensuring healthcare efficacy. He underscored the importance of constructing an fool-proof mechanism to oversee the purchase, storage, and subsequent distribution of medicines to medical institutions because optimal medical resources are not just a citizen’s entitlement but also a governmental responsibility.
Furthermore, the 7th meeting of the cabinet standing committee on finance & development, convened under the chair of the caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi at his office, in principle, decided to give a special package to the heirs of employees who pass away while in service. In addition, CM directed that financial aid to employees’ families should be provided within 10 days positively.
The committee granted its approval for the rehabilitation and expansion of Gatwala Road, originating from the Nishat Abad overhead bridge in Faisalabad. A decision was reached to collaborate with the French Development Agency (AFD) to enhance the efficiency of the Water and Sewerage Authorities (WASAs) in Lahore and Faisalabad.
A decision was made to incorporate the acquisition of snow blowers for the Murree roads into the annual development program. Concurrently, the green light was given for the comprehensive restoration of historically significant gates in Lahore, ensuring their return to their original condition. Moreover, funding was allocated for the modernization of the Lahore Zoo.
Funds were earmarked to adorn the shrine of Baba Fariduddin Ganj Shakar, and the project was included in the Annual Development Program.
